The pond is on the other side of the interstate from the well-known Solid Rock Church.
When officers arrived at the scene, they observed a portion of the vehicle above water. They entered the water and swam to the vehicle, attempting to gain entry into the vehicle to rescue the driver before it completely submerged but were unsuccessful.
Tait was transported to UC West Chester Hospital, where she died. An autopsy was performed by the Butler County Coroner’s Office and the cause of death was listed as a drowning. It was ruled an accident.
Tait was the only person in her vehicle.
The patrol was assisted by the Warren County Sheriff’s Office, Middletown Division of Police, Monroe Police Department, Middletown Fire Department & EMS, Middletown Water Rescue Team and Case Towing.
The crash remains under investigation, said Lt. Matt Schmenk.
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